The Oneida Daily Dispatch (Oneida, NY)
Hospital names chief medical officer
Rome Memorial Hospital recently announced the appointment of Russell Silverman, MD, FACC, as chief medical officer (CMO).
A member of the St. Joseph’s medical staff for more than 35 years, officials said Dr. Silverman has been a driving force to the growth and national recognition of the St. Joseph’s cardiac service line.
He has served in a variety of leadership roles. Currently, he is the Medical Director of Medical Cardiology and a member of National Cardiovascular Services Clinical Excellence Counsel of Trinity Health.
“As Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Silverman will be instrumental in supporting the medical staff in pursuit of clinical excellence at Rome Memorial Hospital,” said President/chief Executive Officer Mark Murphy, RN, NP. “Dr. Silverman is experienced in uniting diverse teams to achieve excellence in patient care through collaboration and alignment of common goals.”
Dr. Silverman earned his medical degree at SUNY Upstate Medic at University in Syracuse, where he completed his residency in cardiovascular disease in 1983.
In addition to serving as CMO, Dr. Silverman will continue to provide medical cardiology to Rome area residents in the St. Joseph’s Health Cardiolovascular Institute office located on the ground floor of Rome Memorial Hospital in the Dorothy G. Griffin Cardiovascular Center.
About Rome Memorial Hospital
Rome Memorial Hospital, Inc., (RMH) Rome Memorial Hospital is a non-profit health care system based in Rome, N.Y., providing services to patients throughout Central New York. From primary care to long-term care, Rome Memorial Hospital delivers quality, compassionate medical care for every stage of life. With its specialized Senior Behavioral Health Unit and Residential Health Care Facility, the hospital has become recognized as a valuable resource for senior services. Ranked among the top 20 percent of skilled nursing facilities for five consecutive years, the hospital has earned special designation as a NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) facility for providing quality care for older adult patients. Rome Memorial Hospital is an affiliate of St. Joseph’s Health.